The Straits Times
Singapore politics, business, and Asian affairs — summarized by AI and read aloud. Asia's pulse from the Lion City, delivered to your ears.
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The Straits Times is one of Asia's most respected newspapers, with a history spanning nearly 180 years. From its founding in 1845 to today, it has chronicled Singapore's transformation from colonial trading post to global financial hub. The paper is known for its authoritative coverage of Singapore politics, deep analysis of Asian geopolitics, and comprehensive business reporting. With over 1.3 million daily readers, it's the definitive source for understanding Singapore and Southeast Asia. On Tera.fm, we bring you ST's top stories in audio — Asia's news condensed for busy listeners.
What You Get
- ✓Top 5 Straits Times stories, refreshed throughout the day
- ✓Singapore policy, politics, and government announcements
- ✓ASEAN, China, and Asia-Pacific geopolitics
- ✓Natural-sounding text-to-speech (not robotic)
Coverage Includes
Perfect For
Singapore Residents
Stay informed on policy changes and local news.
Asia Investors
Track markets, property, and economic trends.
Geopolitics Watchers
Follow US-China dynamics and ASEAN developments.
Business Travelers
Understand the region before your next trip.
Why Listen to The Straits Times?
Singapore punches far above its weight — a city-state of 6 million that's become Asia's business hub. Understanding Singapore means understanding how Asia works. The Straits Times covers the intricate dance of US-China relations, ASEAN diplomacy, and the region's economic engines. Whether you're an investor, business traveler, or just curious about Asia, ST offers the depth and context you need. Get Singapore and Asia's news in ~10 minutes of audio — informed, authoritative, and efficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Straits Times?
The Straits Times is Singapore's newspaper of record, founded in 1845 — making it one of Asia's oldest newspapers. Published by Singapore Press Holdings (now part of SPH Media Trust), it's the most widely-read newspaper in Singapore with over 1.3 million readers daily. Known for authoritative coverage of Singapore, ASEAN, and broader Asian affairs.
What kind of news will I hear?
You'll hear Singapore's top stories including government policy, politics, business and finance, property, ASEAN regional news, and China/Asia coverage. The Straits Times is particularly strong on economic analysis, geopolitics, and Singapore's unique governance model.
Is this useful for understanding Asian business?
Absolutely! Singapore is Asia's financial hub, and The Straits Times covers markets, startups, property, and economic policy across the region. If you're doing business in Asia, this is essential listening.
How often is content updated?
We pull fresh Straits Times articles throughout the day. As Singapore's flagship newspaper with a 24/7 digital newsroom, they publish constantly.
Is it free?
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